Brookchar Campground
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Arizona
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As of September 2026, Brookchar Campground is a campground in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, Arizona with 6 campsites. Brookchar Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Brookchar Campground is located at 33.8756° N, 109.4131° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 8
Brookchar Campground reservations and next available dates
September 2026
Campsites at Brookchar Campground
- Standard 6
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- potable water
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.
All sites at Brookchar Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the BROO loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|
| 008 | Standard | 8 |
| 009 | Standard | 8 |
| 010 | Standard | 8 |
| 011 | Standard | 8 |
| 012 | Standard | 8 |
| 013 | Standard | 8 |
About Brookchar Campground
Overview
Brookchar Campground is tucked on the banks of Big Lake in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona. The campground is a small, tent-only facility comprised entirely of walk-in sites. Of the lake's five campgrounds, Brookchar is nearest to the water. The stocked lake draws anglers, and boat rentals and a boat ramp make it easy for campers to enjoy the lake's blue waters.
Recreation
Big Lake is one of Arizona's top trout fishing lakes, with rainbow, cutthroat, brook and Apache trout being the most sought-after species. The recreation area is also popular for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, birding and wildlife viewing.
Facilities
The facility is small, with 12 tent-only, walk-to campsites. Campfire rings and restrooms are provided. A campground host resides on-site for visitor assistance.
A dump station, store, firewood, gas, food and boat rentals are located a short, half-mile drive away, and showers are just 1 mile away.
Natural Features
The campground sits in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest at an elevation of 9,100 feet. The area is scenic, forested with ponderosa pine, fir, spruce and aspen, interspersed with high elevation meadows.
Summer temperatures are pleasant and cool, a nice respite from the heat of lower deserts. Visitors should come prepared for afternoon thunderstorms and cool nighttime temperatures.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
Nearby Attractions
Several other lakes can be found in the surrounding area. Visitors can also explore endless vistas and take part in many outdoor activities in the surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which encompasses 2 million acres of magnificent mountain country in east-central Arizona and New Mexico.
Rules and notices at Brookchar Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Brookchar Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
TENT CAMPING ONLY, no RVs or trailers permitted. Guests must walk to their site.
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
Bears frequent the area; please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.
Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Click here for more information on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
This is a high elevation facility, use caution when traveling from lower elevations.
Brookchar Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Brookchar Campground?
Brookchar Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Brookchar Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Brookchar Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Brookchar Campground have?
Brookchar Campground has 6 campsites.
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